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Updated on: 12 Nov 2018, 23:10

Originally posted by hanamana on 16 Sep 2018, 22:43.
Last edited by Narenn on 12 Nov 2018, 23:10, edited 2 times in total.

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Creating a place for Berkeley Evening/Weekend MBA applicants to hang out and network with other applicants. Welcome everyone! Use this platform to know each other, exchange ideas/information, discuss application strategies, share interview/school visit experiences, etc. Good luck!

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25 Feb 2019, 16:41

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I was waitlisted on round 1 too and just got an email asking me to verify my salary and job information. Anyone know what this is?

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25 Feb 2019, 16:57

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I got waitlisted at round 1 and now I am receiving a phone call for a second round of onsite interview.

OMG. What is this about????

Hmm interesting. I assume you already interviewed in round 1 maybe they just have some follow up questions. That’s good tho, if you do a good interview that might put you over the edge. I had talked to Eileen Jacob, admissions director and she said that they will reach out if they need anything else. I haven’t heard back from them, had sent an updated resume few weeks ago.

Good luck keep us posted!

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Good luck to R1 waitlisted candidates and R2 applicants. I just submitted my $2500 deposit! Excited to be back at Cal.

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Good luck to R1 waitlisted candidates and R2 applicants. I just submitted my $2500 deposit! Excited to be back at Cal.

I also sent in my deposit this morning! Excited to be going to such a great program

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hanamana

Good luck to R1 waitlisted candidates and R2 applicants. I just submitted my $2500 deposit! Excited to be back at Cal.

I also sent in my deposit this morning! Excited to be going to such a great program

I did so this morning too and hope to connect with you all in person.

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I'm hoping to hear from any current Haas EWMBA students or EWMBA alums regarding what life was like in the program. Specifically I'm curious how things like study groups work -- From the reviews I've read and other posts, it sounds like it is a very rigorous program and can be difficult to balance work/life/school for some people. So how often do students actually take extra time to attend speaker series, go to club events, or hang out with fellow EW students? When exactly do study groups meet, and did it seem like the students wanted to be there, or couldn't wait to drive home and get back to their normal life?

I've heard different feedback from two people I know who are in or did the program before, but am asking here hoping to get feedback from a wider audience.

Just FYI, I applied in R2 and was invited to interview and now am just waiting for the decision next month.

Thanks in advance.

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I see hanamana mbawootwoot hazdazzler009 have already sent in their deposits.

Did you speak to any current students or alums regarding work/life balance? What is your take on this?

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I've spoken with a few current and former students. Across the board everyone's pretty much saying that the EWMBA is a significant time commitment; it sounds like coming up with a strategy to manage your time is going to be very important. At the same time, though, I haven't heard any hesitation from the people I spoke with on if it's worth it (which I didn't necessarily hear from other PT programs). There's been mixed responses on how often EWMBA students are able to make it on campus for events outside of class, largely due to if they're able to get flexibility from work, and how far away they live from campus.

I didn't ask about study groups, but I'm sure if you set something up you'll find people that will be interested and engaged.

What have you heard so far? You might also have some luck searching LinkedIn and reaching out to current/former students that way, too.

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Pretty much everything witm has said is my understanding too. I had attended Haas' info session where we could ask questions to current students in person. The students stressed on "Time management" skill as that's going to be very important. A 1.5 year student (3 semesters completed) did tell us that he found the first two semesters hard to navigate but that the third semester was comparatively easier to manage. For the evening program, there's not much you can do after the lecture as you'd have to catch the shuttle (I forget after how much time it leaves once lecture is over, I think it is 30-45 mins after lecture ends). The group that is selected seems to be based on some personality test that all incoming students give and groups are formed for the 1st year. If memory serves right, after 1st year you can choose your own group.

Outside class, the assumption is that you'd co-ordinate to meet on weekends or video-chat to complete group assignments. As far as on-campus events are concerned, I got a feeling that since students have full-time jobs they are unable to attend but they are most welcome by Haas.

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I've spoken to a few current/former students, and it seems like the feedback socially is very positive. I think the limiting factor is on the student's time/energy, not in opportunities, as EWMBA students have the option to take on (in theory) as much as the full time students. Practically, this depends on other things especially for those with day jobs, but I wouldn't worry about a lack of social opportunities. If you're worried about whether you can handle it, I think that varies from person to person, but the only complaining or similar I heard of was in regards to recruiting, not coursework, so I am pretty doubtful myself it will be that hard. I'm not anticipating spending too much more time per lecture than the actual lecture. I sat in on a couple classes and found the classes great, but not necessarily needing a ton of followup. Although sitting in and actually taking a class is very different.

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I appreciate all the responses so far. From talking with one EWMBA student/alumni I got one perspective, but knowing them, take it with a grain of salt since they are married and have a kid, which would have made the whole program all the more intense on time management. I understand that the opportunities are there to be involved in on-campus events or clubs, but what I'm trying to determine is how often EW students connect with their classmates outside of class. I know it is impossible to quantify or have an exact answer since everybody and every class are going to be so different based on personal factors such as job demands, family life and proximity to campus. One of the things I am really hoping for in an MBA is making solid connections with my class, and everyone has said you absolutely can do this in the EWMBA, however other things I hear sound contradictory to this, such as the proximity, etc. mentioned above.

I will look on LinkedIn more to see if I can find any current students to reach out to, or request someone through the EWMBA website (I'm pretty sure I saw an area where you could connect with someone?). When I searched LinkedIn for students before submitting my application, I had a hard time identifying students that were in the EWMBA since most students just say Haas MBA Candidate but don't specify if they are doing it on the weekends or not.

If I am able to connect with a student and get their feedback on this question, I will post back here.

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06 Mar 2019, 21:46

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Hi all,
I applied for R2 and the admission team started looking into my application like 2 weeks ago; however, there is still no interview invitation yet. Is there anyone in the same situation? Thanks!

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I think all you will get is an email saying that your application is ready to review?
I dont think the status will mention that your application is now under review.... at least I did not see that in my case

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yeah. I got an email to notify the review process and asking for submitting a hardcopy of my transcript (international undergrad degree)... but still no new for an interview yet and the D-day is coming soon. I feel a bit concerned though!

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11 Mar 2019, 12:32

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submitted application feb 25 for R3, waiting to hear back.

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mbawootwoot can you elaborate on what you heard from current students re: recruiting? I intend to change careers using this program and had heard anecdotally that it's relatively easy to participate in the on campus recruiting even as an EWMBA. Just interested to hear your take.

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I am a current EWMBA student (class of 2021). Ask me anything! Happy to help!

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Hmm thought I replied to this but my post doesn't seem to be here. I meant that I heard current students stressing about recruiting or complaining about the time it takes, not that there were bad outcomes. My impression is that outcomes for ewmba students are pretty positive.

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Hi,

I got an invite to interview from Haas. I wanted to know your experiences and what the process looks like.

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I just received an email for an interview. My stats are a bit off from everyone else so I'm kind of surprised. Female - moved around the world with work, promoted multiple times at a mid-size firm. Work in finance/technology. GMAT is 640 - taken it a few times. GPA is 3.3. I'll let everyone know how it goes.